2022 Benefits Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment Begins Monday, Oct. 17 and Ends 11:59 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14
Open Enrollment is the only time of year current employees can make these adjustments without a qualifying life event (QLE) such as marriage or having a baby. Enrollment must be completed no later than 11:59 p.m. on November 14.
What’s New in 2023
In 2023, employees will see some small modifications in medical plan designs along with a rate increase, which amounts to between $8.81 and $54.45 per month depending on the plan selected. Details are available on the City of Phoenix Benefits website. Employees who were unable to attend an information session can watch a recording of the full 2023 Open Enrollment presentation along with other helpful videos on the Benefits website.
Additional Information
• Flexrap (Health FSA and Dependent Care FSA) MUST be re-elected each year.
• Health Savings Account Annual Contribution MUST be renewed each year. Open Enrollment is the perfect opportunity to review and determine your 2023 annual HSA contribution. The City will continue to contribute $1,125 for individual plans and $2,250 for family plans to your HSA account in 2023.
• Wellness Incentive – You must visit your PCP (in your city sponsored medical plan) and complete your Health Risk Assessment (Real Age Test) before November 17, 2022, in order to see your wellness incentive on your first paycheck in January 2023. More information can be found on the City of Phoenix Benefits website.
Benefits staff are available for guidance throughout the 2023 Open Enrollment period. For assistance, please email benefits.questions@phoenix.gov or call (602) 262-4777. Thank you.
OPEN ENROLLMENT IS OCTOBER 17 until NOVEMBER 14 at 11:59 p.m.
AFSCME PEOPLE Arizona Candidate Endorsements
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
President/Vice President:
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CITY OF PHOENIX
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
City Council Dist. 2: Heli Nielson
City Council Dist. 4: Laura Pastor
City Council Dist. 6: Kellen Wilson
City Council Dist. 8: Carlos Garcia
FEDERAL
PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES
STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
U.S. Senate
Mark Kelly
Congressional Dist. 1: Tom O’Halleran
Congressional Dist. 2: Ann Kirkpatrick
Congressional Dist. 3: Raul Grijalva
Congressional Dist. 5: Joan Greene
Congressional Dist. 6:
Congressional Dist. 7: Ruben Gallego
Congressional Dist. 8:
Congressional Dist. 9: Greg Stanton
STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
LD 2 Judy Schwiebert
LD 4 Laura Terech
LD 5 Jennifer Longdon
LD 8 Melody Hernandez
LD 8 Athena Salman
LD 9 Lorena Austin
LD 9 Seth Blattman
LD 11 Marcelino Quinonez
LD 11 Oscar De Los Santos
LD 12 Patricia Contreras
LD 12 Anastasia Travers
LD 13 Jennifer Pawlik
LD 14 Brandy Reese
LD 16 Keith Seaman
LD 17 Dana Allmond
LD 17 Brian Radford
LD 18 Christopher Mathis
LD 18 Nancy Gutierrez
LD 20 Andres Cano
LD 21 Stephanie Stahl Hamilton
LD 22 Leezah Sun
LD 23 Jesus Lugo Jr
LD 23 Mariana Sandoval
LD 24 Analise Ortiz
LD 24 Lydia Hernandez
LD 26 Cesar Aguilar
LD 26 Flavio Bravo
LD 29 Scott Podeyn
STATE SENATE
STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
STATEWIDE BALLOT INITIATIVES
LD 2 Jeanne Casteen
LD 3 Thomas Dugger
LD 4 Christine Marsh
LD 5 Lela Alston
LD 6 Theresa Hatathlie
LD 8 Juan Mendez
LD 9 Eva Burch
LD 11 Catherine Miranda
LD 12 Denise "Mitzi" Epstein
LD 13 Cindy Hans
LD 16 Taylor Kerby
LD 17 Mike Nickerson
LD 18 Priya Sundareshan
LD 21 Rosanna Gabaldon
LD 22 Eva Diaz
LD 23 Brian Fernandez
LD 24 Anna Hernandez
LD 26 Raquel Teran
STATEWIDE BALLOT INITIATIVES
STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
STATEWIDE BALLOT INITIATIVES
Governor Katie Hobbs
Secretary Of State Adrian Fontes
Attorney General Kris Mayes
Treasurer Martin Quezada
Superintendent Kathy Hoffman Corporation Commission
Sandra Kennedy
Lauren Kuby
MARICOPA COUNTY
MARICOPA COUNTY
MARICOPA COUNTY
Attorney: Julie Gunnigle
Retiree Medical Insurance:
Save the Date!
When: Friday, October 12, 2018
To those members who want to see a preview of what the retiree medical insurance will look like (for both pre-medicare and medicare eligibles) the City is holding a one day info session on Friday, October 12, 2018. The event starts at 9 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. at the Phoenix Convention Center (South Building). Free parking will be available in designated areas.
For more info please contact the Hall
Your Vote Counts
Elections
In September 2016, the Mayor and Council approved a new policy which covers City employees’ ability to participate in Phoenix Mayor and Council elections. A.R. 2.16 allows City employees to privately express their political opinions in City of Phoenix elections.
Examples of what the policy now allows includes posting private opinions on personal or non-governmental social media accounts. Displaying yard signs on non-governmental property, signing nominating petitions, or communicating with another person or group of people regarding City elections when the employee does not do so in an official City capacity.
While the new policy allows private political expression for City employees, there are still certain restrictions to be aware of. City employees may NOT: Use any official City authority or influence for the purpose of interfering with or affecting the results of an election. Participate in the management or affairs of any City candidates’ campaign for Mayor of Phoenix or Phoenix City Council including, but not limited to, soliciting or making financial contributions to candidates. Display bumper stickers and posters on City vehicles or display bumper stickers, posters, literature, buttons, or other campaign material on City property or at their individual work sites. Use an official city title or designate employment with the City in political advertisements, endorsements, or speeches.
Now is the time to get involved and get informed on the people running for Council and Mayor
(Mayor seat vacated by Greg Stanton and the Council seats of District 5 and District 8 which both Council members are vying for the top spot as Mayor), lets get the word out to family and friends who reside in Phoenix. Remember that this is the opportunity for our voices to be heard, bring focus on the City employees (Working Families) who have dedicated to public service, bring innovative solutions to our City which will in turn help secure our future as well as our community's future. Let’s gear up and be ready for the call when the opportunity rises to meet these candidates and place your vote. (Graphics displays City Council District Map)
In Solidarity AFSCME Local 2384.
AFSCME 2834
On the Job Injuries
We would like to remind all members that if you sustain an injury on the job to make your initial visit with Concentra Medical Facility for a diagnosis, then make your second visit directly with your primary care physician for treatment. If you make a second visit to Concentra your case will be locked in with them as your primary physician for your injury. Concentra has historically sent employees back to work with restrictions. This also gives the City of Phoenix the right to place you in a light duty position for the duration of your injury. You must then comply with all of the City’s rules and regulations regarding attendance and call-in procedures. You could petition to The Industrial Commission of Arizona by submitting a request to change doctors, however, the process is lengthy and may not yield the results you are after. Some of our members have sustained injuries that should have had them out of work while getting the necessary treatment. Our members have had more success going to their own primary care physicians on the second visit while bypassing Concentra’s medical facilities. In doing so, they have receiving the proper diagnosis and more accurate treatment. If you find yourself in this situation, we recommend that you contact your Union Hall immediately for assistance and direction.
For Your Info
Report Pot Holes 602-262-6441
Report Water Leaks 602-261-8000
Report traffic outages 602-262-6021
FAQs
What should I do if I get a Notice of Inquiry (NOI)? If you receive an NOI, contact your Site Steward or call the Hall immediately. Do not submit a response without first contacting your Site Steward or the Hall. We are here to assist you in writing your response and make sure you receive all the rights you deserve.